Senior AI Researcher

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Research bonuses

Travel funding

Health insurance

Research infrastructure

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior AI Researcher to drive groundbreaking AI research at our Stellenbosch hub. You will lead fundamental and applied studies, publish in top venues, and guide engineers to turn research into real-world solutions.

You will collaborate with world-class scientists, mentor juniors, and shape our AI strategy while staying ahead of industry trends in the Western Cape.

Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a closely related field.
• 5+ years of post-doctoral or industry research experience in AI.
• Strong publication record in top AI conferences (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, CVPR, ACL).
• Deep theoretical understanding and practical expertise in relevant AI subfields.
• Proficiency in Python and ML frameworks such as PyTorch and TensorFlow.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a passion for scientific discovery.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cutting-edge research in deep learning, reinforcement learning, NLP, or computer vision.
• Design and execute complex experiments to validate new AI algorithms and theories.
• Publish research findings in leading conferences and journals.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to translate research prototypes into practical applications.
• Mentor junior researchers and contribute to the overall research strategy.
• Stay at the forefront of AI advancements and identify opportunities for exploration in Stellenbosch.

Skills

Python programming

Machine learning

Research excellence

Education

PhD in CS/AI/ML

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Senior AI Researcher to drive innovation and explore groundbreaking advancements in artificial intelligence at their research hub in Stellenbosch . This role involves conducting fundamental and applied research, publishing findings in top-tier conferences and journals, and contributing to the intellectual property of the company. You will collaborate with a team of world-class scientists and engineers to tackle some of the most challenging problems in AI. This is an unparalleled opportunity to shape the future of AI research in the Western Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct cutting-edge research in areas such as deep learning, reinforcement learning, natural language processing, or computer vision.
• Design and execute complex experiments to validate new AI algorithms and theories.
• Publish research findings in leading academic conferences and journals.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to translate research prototypes into practical applications.
• Mentor junior researchers and contribute to the overall research strategy.
• Stay at the forefront of AI advancements, identifying emerging trends and opportunities for exploration in Stellenbosch .

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a closely related field.
• 5+ years of post-doctoral or industry research experience in AI.
• A strong publication record in top AI conferences (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, CVPR, ACL).
• Deep theoretical understanding and practical expertise in relevant AI subfields.
• Proficiency in programming languages like Python and ML frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow).
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a passion for scientific discovery.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and significant research-focused bonuses.
• Generous funding for research projects, conference travel, and publications.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Access to world-class research infrastructure and computational resources.
• Remote work flexibility and a stimulating research environment in the Western Cape .